Two New Transformer: Studio Series Toys Based on the Bumblebee Movie Announced

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The Transformers: Studio Series line is getting two new additions by way of Dropkick and Optimus Prime, both based on the character models from last year's Bumblebee movie.

Optimus Prime, Autobot leader and easily the most iconic of all the Transformers across all media, is due to arrive April 1 with a retail price of $29.99 USD. Dropkick, definitely a less well-known member of the Decepticons, but still a notable figure, is scheduled to hit retailers August 1 for $19.99.

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New Transformers: Studio Series figures from the Bumblebee movie coming to retailers later this year.

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New Transformers: Studio Series figures from the Bumblebee movie coming to retailers later this year.

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The Studio Series Optimus Prime features "vivid, movie-inspired deco and detailed hand blasters," and transforms from truck to robot in 35 steps. Optimus stands 6.5 inches and comes with a backdrop of the "San Francisco Bridge scene" in Bumblebee.

Dropkick stands 4.5 inches tall when in robot mode and transforms into car mode in 36 steps. Unlike the movie version, the Studio Series 46 Voyager Class Dropkick is not a triple-changer. You can still buy the Studio Series 22 Deluxe Class Dropkick to turn from robot to helicopter, completing the possible transformation set.

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Unlike the Walmart-exclusive Vintage G1 Transformers, these aren't tied to one particular retailer, so keep an eye out at your local toy-shopping spot this summer. Don't forget to check out our Bumblebee review, too.

Seth Macy is IGN's tech and commerce editor and Transformers fan. Find him on Twitter @sethmacy.